The Hurt Locker Podcast — The podcast that opens a door on men's mental health.

In this episode of The Hurt Locker Pod, Yinka sits down with comedian and writer Joe Wells for an open and honest conversation on a range of mental health experiences that have shaped his comedy and outlook on life as a new dad.   This episode explores:   The frustrations and challenges Joe faced within school as an autistic learner with OCD, and how therapy and diagnosis have impacted his mental health.   How Joe's pursuit and involvement in writing and comedy gave him a sense of belonging and an outlet to express himself.   Mental Health Support If you are experiencing mental health issues, please do reach out for help - phone 999 for an emergency, or if you would like to speak to someone, call The Samaritans on 116 123. Please also check out The Hub of Hope to find mental health support in your local area in the UK. Mental Health Support Network provided by Chasing the Stigma | Hub of Hope Guest information To find out more about the brilliant Darryl Craig, please check out the links below: Instagram Website Facebook YouTube Neurodivergent Moments Podcast Listen, rate, follow, and share The Hurt Locker Podcast New episodes (most) Tuesdays. Please rate, review, and share to help more men find the support they need.   Listen everywhere: SPOTIFY | APPLE | YOUTUBE | AMAZON Follow us on Instagram: @thehurtlockerpod Follow us on TikTok @thehurtlockerpod Subscribe on YouTube: @thehurtlockerpod   Hosted by Yinka Yesufu Produced by Tim Roe     @courageousproductions

Prostate Cancer Awareness Month 2025   As we close our mini-series focusing on the higher risk prostate cancer poses the Black community, Yinka provides a recap and a number of reflections on the guests we've had on and spoke to alongside his personal journey in getting tested for prostate cancer.   We would like to take this opportunity to thank all of our brilliant guests who have given their time in supporting this series and raising awareness:   EP 41: Keith Morgan- Associate Director of Black Equity at Prostate Cancer UK EP 42: Moggsy, Nick and Troy EP 43: Alfred Fagan EP 44: Our three previous Hurt Locker guests: Nathan Caton, Michael Akadiri and Dane Baptiste.   *TRIGGER WARNING* This open conversation shares discussions on prostate cancer and associated health risks   If you are experiencing mental health issues please do reach out for help - phone 999 for an emergency or if you would like to speak to someone call The Samaritans on 116 123   To find out more about Prostate Cancer UK - please check out the below links:   Website Campaign to change national guidelines for Black Equity- Please sign and show your support now! Risk Checker Specialist Nurses Contact No: 0800 074 8383 TRANSFORM Trials   Listen, rate, follow and share Please give us a rating and share with another listener. If you can, please do follow us on Instagram @thehurtlockerpod Produced by Tim Roe Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on The Hurt Locker Podcast, we sit down with comedian and author Adam Bloom for a deeply honest conversation about mental health, fatherhood, and the stories we carry beneath the surface. Adam opens up about his experiences living with bipolar disorder (hypomania), and how it has shaped his inner world, relationships, and day-to-day life. In this episode, we talk about:  Mental health and hypomania — and what it really feels like from the inside  The pain of relationship breakdown and separation  The emotional weight of not living with his children full-time  Intrusive thoughts and learning how to live alongside them  How comedy can be both a shield and a lifeline  Why Adam wrote his best-selling book Finding Your Comic Genius — and what it taught him about creativity, vulnerability, and being a man This is an episode about identity, loss, resilience, and the quiet work of rebuilding. Raw. Thoughtful. Human.  Episode out now  Content warning: bipolar disorder, intrusive thoughts, relationship loss     Mental Health Support If you are experiencing mental health issues, please do reach out for help - phone 999 for an emergency, or if you would like to speak to someone, call The Samaritans on 116 123. Please also check out The Hub of Hope to find mental health support in your local area in the UK. Mental Health Support Network provided by Chasing the Stigma | Hub of Hope Guest information Follow Adam on the following links: Instagram Finding Your Comic Genius Listen, rate, follow, and share The Hurt Locker Podcast  New episodes (most) Tuesdays. Please rate, review, and share to help more men find the support they need.   Listen everywhere: SPOTIFY | APPLE | YOUTUBE | AMAZON Follow us on Instagram: @thehurtlockerpod Follow us on TikTok @thehurtlockerpod   Hosted by Yinka Yesufu Produced by Tim Roe     @courageousproductions  

This week on The Hurt Locker Podcast, we sit down with Tevin Everett — award-winning comedian, screenwriter, and U.S. Military veteran — for a conversation that moves between laughter, loss, and lived experience. Tevin opens the door on several layers of his Hurt Locker, including:  PTSD from military service — and how it shows up long after leaving the battlefield  Losing friends in combat and what carrying that grief looks like day to day  Living in the UK as an American — identity, culture shock, and belonging  His thoughts on geopolitics, war, and how decisions made far away affect real lives  Fatherhood — responsibility, fear, love, and the drive to be present after trauma  How comedy and storytelling became tools for survival, connection, and meaning This is an episode about what we carry, what we lose, and what we choose to pass on. Raw. Thoughtful. Human.    Content warning: PTSD, combat loss, trauma   Mental Health Support If you are experiencing mental health issues, please do reach out for help - phone 999 for an emergency, or if you would like to speak to someone, call The Samaritans on 116 123. Please also check out The Hub of Hope to find mental health support in your local area in the UK. Mental Health Support Network provided by Chasing the Stigma | Hub of Hope Guest information Follow Tevin on the following links: Instagram Linktree Listen, rate, follow, and share The Hurt Locker Podcast New episodes (most) Tuesdays. Please rate, review, and share to help more men find the support they need.   Listen everywhere: SPOTIFY | APPLE | YOUTUBE | AMAZON Follow us on Instagram: @thehurtlockerpod Follow us on TikTok @thehurtlockerpod   Hosted by Yinka Yesufu Produced by Tim Roe     @courageousproductions    

In this episode of The Hurt Locker Podcast, we're joined by Roman Harris — former London Fire Brigade firefighter and newly crowned 2025 Leicester Square Theatre New Comedian of the Year — for a vital conversation about the unseen mental toll of frontline work. Roman speaks openly about his time with the London Fire Brigade, where repeated exposure to emergencies and human suffering led to vicarious trauma. This kind builds quietly and often goes unrecognised until much later. He reflects on: -The psychological impact of working on the frontline -How vicarious trauma accumulates over time -Fire service culture, banter, and emotional suppression -Adjusting to new work environments after leaving the job -The devastating loss of colleagues to suicide Alongside the heavy realities, Roman also shares how stand-up comedy became a way to process experience, reconnect with himself, and speak honestly about subjects that are often avoided. That journey recently saw him awarded the Leicester Square Theatre New Comedian of the Year 2025, marking him as one of the most exciting new voices in UK comedy. This episode explores: -Men's mental health in high-risk professions -The long-term effects of trauma exposure -Why workplace culture matters -Life after uniformed service -Turning lived experience into purpose ⚠️ Content Warning: This episode contains discussion of suicide, trauma, and mental health struggles. 🎧 Listen now on The Hurt Locker Podcast If this episode resonates — particularly if you've worked in emergency services or high-pressure environments — you're not alone. Mental Health Support If you are experiencing mental health issues, please do reach out for help - phone 999 for an emergency, or if you would like to speak to someone, call The Samaritans on 116 123. Please also check out The Hub of Hope to find mental health support in your local area in the UK. Mental Health Support Network provided by Chasing the Stigma | Hub of Hope Guest information Follow Roman Harris on the following links: Instagram Facebook LinkedIn Roman Harris wins Leicester Square Theatre New Comedian 2025 Listen, rate, follow, and share The Hurt Locker Podcast New episodes (most) Tuesdays. Please rate, review, and share to help more men find the support they need.   Listen everywhere: SPOTIFY | APPLE | YOUTUBE | AMAZON Follow us on Instagram: @thehurtlockerpod Follow us on TikTok @thehurtlockerpod   Hosted by Yinka Yesufu Produced by Tim Roe     @courageousproductions

In this powerful episode of The Hurt Locker, we sit down with comedian and storyteller, Iain Anderson, for one of the most raw and honest conversations we've ever had on the podcast.   Iain opens up about his lived experience of homelessness, addiction, and severe mental health struggles, including surviving suicide.   With warmth and vulnerability, he walks us through the darkest chapters of his life — sleeping rough, battling addiction, and feeling completely disconnected from hope.   But this is also a story of survival, recovery, and transformation. Through finding purpose, rebuilding himself, and discovering comedy as both an outlet and a lifeline, Iain has gone on to become a rising star in the stand-up comedy scene.   He now channels his experiences into his critically praised show TRAUMEDY, which is heading out on a new European tour.   This episode is about: The reality of homelessness and addiction Mental health at breaking point Surviving suicide and choosing to stay How storytelling and comedy can heal Turning pain into purpose Iain's story is confronting, inspiring, and deeply human — a reminder that no matter how far gone things feel, change is possible. Content Warning: This episode contains discussion of suicide, addiction, and mental health struggles. Mental Health Support If you are experiencing mental health issues, please do reach out for help - phone 999 for an emergency, or if you would like to speak to someone, call The Samaritans on 116 123. Please also check out The Hub of Hope to find mental health support in your local area in the UK. Mental Health Support Network provided by Chasing the Stigma | Hub of Hope Guest information  Follow Iain & TRAUMEDY Tour: Check out Iain Anderson and his European tour TRAUMEDY via his socials and website. If this episode resonates with you, please share it — you never know who might need to hear it. Website Instagram Facebook Listen, rate, follow, and share The Hurt Locker Podcast New episodes (most) Tuesdays. Please rate, review, and share to help more men find the support they need.   Listen everywhere: SPOTIFY | APPLE | YOUTUBE | AMAZON Follow us on Instagram: @thehurtlockerpod Follow us on TikTok @thehurtlockerpod Subscribe on YouTube: @thehurtlockerpod   Hosted by Yinka Yesufu Produced by Tim Roe     @courageousproductions

In this episode of The Hurt Locker Podcast, Yinka sits down with Jamie Dennis, CEO of Mandem Meetup — a grassroots UK charity dedicated to men's mental health, wellbeing, and community support.  Mandem Meetup builds inclusive, judgment-free spaces where men can connect, talk, and support one another through weekly meetups and activities — from talking circles to hikes, football sessions, creative groups, peer support, practical advice, and more — all free to attend.    Jamie shares: The philosophy behind Mandem Meetup's "Come as you are — you're welcome here" ethos and why community matters so much.  How grassroots connection, group activities, and peer-led support help tackle stigma around men's mental health.  The charity's focus is on reducing isolation and building brotherhoods through real-world social connection and wellbeing interventions.  Challenges men face when it comes to asking for help and why groups like Mandem Meetup are a vital piece of the solution. Practical advice for anyone supporting men through mental health struggles. Whether you're a man facing mental health pressures, someone who cares about the men in your life, or simply want to better understand how we can support each other, this conversation is a must-listen. And if you want to get involved with Mandem Meetup or support their work, check out their weekly sessions, WhatsApp groups and inclusive community spaces in Manchester and Wolverhampton.  Mental Health Support If you are experiencing mental health issues, please do reach out for help - phone 999 for an emergency, or if you would like to speak to someone, call The Samaritans on 116 123. Please also check out The Hub of Hope to find mental health support in your local area in the UK. Mental Health Support Network provided by Chasing the Stigma | Hub of Hope Guest information To find out more about the brilliant MANDEM MEETUP, please check out the links below: Website Instagram Listen, rate, follow, and share The Hurt Locker Podcast New episodes (most) Tuesdays. Please rate, review, and share to help more men find the support they need.   Listen everywhere: SPOTIFY | APPLE | YOUTUBE | AMAZON Follow us on Instagram: @thehurtlockerpod Follow us on TikTok @thehurtlockerpod Subscribe on YouTube: @thehurtlockerpod   Hosted by Yinka Yesufu Produced by Tim Roe     @courageousproductions

In this powerful episode of The Hurt Locker Pod, Yinka sits down with comedian and Founder of the Ginger Giggle Club, Ben Summers, for an open and honest conversation about abandonment, trauma, and dealing with pain. Trigger Warning: Contains mature themes, including mental health struggles, abandonment and bereavement.   This episode explores:   The impact of his father's leaving at an early age on his self-esteem and self-worth.   How comedy and building social connections can really benefit your mental health and wellbeing.   Ben's journey through therapy and mental health support, and how this has helped heal past traumas and redefined how he sees masculinity.   Why sharing and speaking up about trauma is a form of strength — not weakness   Mental Health Support If you are experiencing mental health issues, please do reach out for help - phone 999 for an emergency, or if you would like to speak to someone, call The Samaritans on 116 123. Please also check out The Hub of Hope to find mental health support in your local area in the UK. Mental Health Support Network provided by Chasing the Stigma | Hub of Hope Guest information To find out more about the brilliant Ben Summers, please check out the links below: Facebook Ben's Instagram Ginger Giggle Club Website Ginger Giggle Club Instagram Listen, rate, follow, and share The Hurt Locker Podcast New episodes (most) Tuesdays. Please rate, review, and share to help more men find the support they need.   Listen everywhere: SPOTIFY | APPLE | YOUTUBE | AMAZON Follow us on Instagram: @thehurtlockerpod Follow us on TikTok @thehurtlockerpod Subscribe on YouTube: @thehurtlockerpod   Hosted by Yinka Yesufu Produced by Tim Roe     @courageousproductions

In this powerful episode of The Hurt Locker Pod, Yinka sits down with comedian, writer and mental health advocate, Darryl Craig, for an open and honest conversation on how a torturous childhood of domestic violence, abuse and bereavement has impacted his mental health and why now, after two decades, he has the strength to share and speak up to encourage others to do the same. Trigger Warning: Contains mature themes, including mental health struggles, abuse, bereavement and suicide.   This episode explores:   The pressures boys and men face around masculinity and emotional expression on sexual abuse, domestic violence and psychological trauma.   Using writing and talking to reframe your personal story can really improve mood and well-being.   Darryl's journey from the past to the present, as he turns pain into purpose with Fynix Collective in Merseyside.   Why sharing and speaking up about trauma is a form of strength — not weakness   Mental Health Support If you are experiencing mental health issues, please do reach out for help - phone 999 for an emergency, or if you would like to speak to someone, call The Samaritans on 116 123. Please also check out The Hub of Hope to find mental health support in your local area in the UK. Mental Health Support Network provided by Chasing the Stigma | Hub of hope Guest information To find out more about the brilliant Darryl Craig, please check out the links below: LinkedIn Fynix Website  Facebook BOOK  Fragile Struggles, Fierce Strength. Instagram Listen, rate, follow, and share The Hurt Locker Podcast New episodes (most) Tuesdays. Please rate, review, and share to help more men find the support they need.   Listen everywhere: SPOTIFY | APPLE | YOUTUBE | AMAZON Follow us on Instagram: @thehurtlockerpod Follow us on TikTok @thehurtlockerpod Subscribe on YouTube: @thehurtlockerpod   Hosted by Yinka Yesufu Produced by Tim Roe     @courageousproductions

In this powerful episode of The Hurt Locker Pod, Yinka sits down with award-winning comedian, writer and broadcaster Robin Ince for a raw and deeply moving conversation about authenticity, identity, men's mental health, and the emotional cost of pretending to be someone you're not.   Robin opens up about the moments that forced him to question who he really was, how creativity helped him rediscover his voice, and why so many men struggle to express vulnerability in a world that teaches them to stay silent.   This episode explores:    What it actually means to find your authentic self    The pressures men face around masculinity and emotional expression    Shedding old identities and rewriting your personal story   Robin's journey through comedy, creativity, and mental well-being    Why embracing vulnerability is a form of strength — not weakness   Whether you're on your own journey of self-discovery, navigating anxiety, or trying to understand the men in your life, this episode offers honesty, humour, and a refreshing perspective on what it means to be fully yourself.   Robin's poem that Yinka requested.   Mental Health Support If you are experiencing mental health issues, please do reach out for help - phone 999 for an emergency, or if you would like to speak to someone, call The Samaritans on 116 123. Please also check out The Hub of Hope to find mental health support in your local area in the UK. Mental Health Support Network provided by Chasing the Stigma | Hub of hope Guest information To find out more about the brilliant Robin Ince, please check out the links below: Instagram Website YouTube Channel TikTok Listen, rate, follow, and share The Hurt Locker Podcast New episodes (most) Tuesdays. Please rate, review, and share to help more men find the support they need.   Listen everywhere: SPOTIFY | APPLE | YOUTUBE | AMAZON Follow us on Instagram: @thehurtlockerpod Follow us on TikTok @thehurtlockerpod Subscribe on YouTube: @thehurtlockerpod   Trigger Warning: Contains mature themes, including mental health struggles.   Hosted by Yinka Yesufu Produced by Tim Roe     @courageousproductions Credit: Photographer – Robin Clewley © The Cosmic Shambles Network/Robin Clewley      

We're thrilled to welcome award-winning alternative comedian, Stephen Catling, to open that Hurt Locker door on his mental health. Expect a wide and wonderful conversation from comedic style and influences, to ablism in the workplace, as Stephen opens up on his various mental health challenges he faces. *TRIGGER WARNING* This open conversation shares references to loss by suicide, suicidal thoughts, ableism, work stress and depression. If you are experiencing mental health issues, please do reach out for help - phone 999 for an emergency, or if you would like to speak to someone, call The Samaritans on 116 123. Please also check out The Hub of Hope to find mental health support in your local area in the UK. Mental Health Support Network provided by Chasing the Stigma | Hub of hope To find out more about the brilliant Stephen, please check out the links below: Instagram Facebook Linktree Listen, rate, follow, and share Please take a moment to rate us and share with another listener. Please do follow us on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and subscribe to us on YouTube @thehurtlockerpod Produced by Tim Roe

This time, Yinka and Tim are delighted to welcome Mental Health Advocate, Keynote Speaker and Founder of the Unbeaten movement, Dean Daniel, to open that Hurt Locker door on his mental health. Expect an open and honest conversation on the powerful story of how chronic pain and mental health challenges transformed Dean into a dedicated Mental Health Advocate who's breaking the stigma around mental health and suicide.  *TRIGGER WARNING* This open conversation shares frequent reference to suicidal thoughts and attempts. If you are experiencing mental health issues, please do reach out for help - phone 999 for an emergency, or if you would like to speak to someone, call The Samaritans on 116 123. Please also check out The Hub of Hope to find mental health support in your local area in the UK. Mental Health Support Network provided by Chasing the Stigma | Hub of hope To find out more about Dean, please check out the links below: Unbeaten Website LinkedIn Instagram Facebook Tough to Talk Charity Listen, rate, follow, and share Please take a moment to rate us and share with another listener. Please do follow us on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and subscribe to us on YouTube @thehurtlockerpod Produced by Tim Roe

We're excited to welcome comedian Phil Henderson to open that Hurt Locker door on his mental health experiences. Phil opens up about being a new dad has forced him to grow, balance comedy with parenting and face parts of himself he wants to work on- all while finding the humour in it. *TRIGGER WARNING* This open conversation shares references to loss by suicide towards the end of the episode. If you are experiencing mental health issues, please do reach out for help - phone 999 for an emergency, or if you would like to speak to someone, call The Samaritans on 116 123. Please also check out The Hub of Hope to find mental health support in your local area in the UK. Mental Health Support Network provided by Chasing the Stigma | Hub of hope To find out more about Phil, please check out the links below: Instagram Linktree YouTube Listen, rate, follow, and share Please take a moment to rate us and share with another listener. Please do follow us on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and subscribe to us on YouTube @thehurtlockerpod Produced by Tim Roe

This time, Yinka and Tim are delighted to welcome ADHD coach and founder of ADHD Remapped, Matthew Menzies, to open that Hurt Locker door on his mental health. Expect an open and honest conversation on the struggles Matthew faced before he received his late diagnosis of ADHD and Autism, and how he uses these to coach others. *TRIGGER WARNING* This open conversation shares references to suicide, depression and bereavement. If you are experiencing mental health issues, please do reach out for help - phone 999 for an emergency, or if you would like to speak to someone, call The Samaritans on 116 123. Please also check out The Hub of Hope to find mental health support in your local area in the UK. Mental Health Support Network provided by Chasing the Stigma | Hub of hope To find out more about Matthew, please check out the links below: Website LinkedIn Listen, rate, follow, and share Please take a moment to rate us and share with another listener. Please do follow us on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and subscribe to us on YouTube @thehurtlockerpod Produced by Tim Roe

This time, Yinka and Tim are delighted to welcome the funniest Paralympic Dressage medallist the world has ever seen, Ricky Balshaw, to open that Hurt Locker door on his mental health. Expect an effortless conversation as Ricky exclusively opens up on the rise and fall of his career as a sportsman, how this impacted both his physical and mental health and how he's become one of UK comedy's rising talents. *TRIGGER WARNING* This open conversation shares references to physical injuries and cerebral palsy. If you are experiencing mental health issues, please do reach out for help - phone 999 for an emergency, or if you would like to speak to someone, call The Samaritans on 116 123. Please also check out The Hub of Hope to find mental health support in your local area in the UK. Mental Health Support Network provided by Chasing the Stigma | Hub of hope To find out more about Ricky, please check out the links below: Instagram Website Facebook Ricky Balshaw's Unstable Podcast TikTok Wikipedia Listen, rate, follow, and share Please take a moment to rate us and share with another listener. Please do follow us on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and subscribe to us on YouTube @thehurtlockerpod Produced by Tim Roe

We're back after our summer break and excited to welcome a man of many talents: musician, producer, artist, and podcaster, Harrison Paul,  to open that Hurt Locker door on his mental health. Expect a warm and honest conversation as Harrison reflects on his long-distance relationship he has with his son and how his mental health struggles have formed the man he is today. *TRIGGER WARNING* This open conversation shares references to racism, separation, suicidal thoughts, and geopolitics. If you are experiencing mental health issues, please do reach out for help - phone 999 for an emergency, or if you would like to speak to someone, call The Samaritans on 116 123. Please also check out The Hub of Hope to find mental health support in your local area in the UK. Mental Health Support Network provided by Chasing the Stigma | Hub of hope To find out more about the brilliant Harrison, please check out the links below: Instagram YouTube channel Facebook Listen, rate, follow, and share Please take a moment to rate us and share with another listener. Please do follow us on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and subscribe to us on YouTube @thehurtlockerpod Produced by Tim Roe

We're thrilled to welcome award-winning clown and comedian, Dru Cripps, to open that Hurt Locker door on his mental health. Calling in from the aftermath of an 80-show windswept Edinburgh Fringe, Dru opens up on his mental health experiences in an open conversation on fear of judgment, self-care, and exploration. *TRIGGER WARNING* This open conversation shares references to mental health experiences. If you are experiencing mental health issues, please do reach out for help - phone 999 for an emergency, or if you would like to speak to someone, call The Samaritans on 116 123. Please also check out The Hub of Hope to find mental health support in your local area in the UK. Mental Health Support Network provided by Chasing the Stigma | Hub of hope To find out more about the brilliant Dru, please check out the links below: Instagram Facebook Linktree TikTok Listen, rate, follow, and share Please take a moment to rate us and share with another listener. Please do follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and subscribe to us on YouTube @thehurtlockerpod Produced by Tim Roe

We're delighted to welcome back a friend of the podcast and a comedian who was recently referred to as ''A fucking good comedian'' by none other than Alexei Sayle...Yes, it's the return of Kev Mud. Calling in from his car, Kev shares another open and meaningful conversation on his mental and physical health experiences, which show another world aside from his recent rise and success as... a fucking good comedian. *TRIGGER WARNING* This open conversation shares references to suicide and homelessness. If you are experiencing mental health issues, please do reach out for help - phone 999 for an emergency, or if you would like to speak to someone, call The Samaritans on 116 123. Please also check out The Hub of Hope to find mental health support in your local area in the UK. Mental Health Support Network provided by Chasing the Stigma | Hub of hope To find out more about the brilliant Kev Mud, please check out the links below: Instagram Website Facebook Listen, rate, follow, and share Please take a moment to rate us and share with another listener. Please do follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and subscribe to us on YouTube @thehurtlockerpod Produced by Tim Roe

This time, we are excited to welcome Benjamin Bankole Bello to open the door on his mental health experiences. Benjamin, a British-born Nigerian comedian, storyteller, and cultural critic whose creation — President Obonjo of Lafta Republic — has transcended comedy for over a decade and a half.  As he enters the Hurt Locker, Benjamin, leaving his uniform to one side, openly shares his reflections and experiences of seeing two different cultures for what they are and aren't, and how they have affected his mental health. *TRIGGER WARNING* This open conversation shares references to divorce, racism, and colonialism. If you are experiencing mental health issues, please do reach out for help - phone 999 for an emergency, or if you would like to speak to someone, call The Samaritans on 116 123. Please also check out The Hub of Hope to find mental health support in your local area in the UK. Mental Health Support Network provided by Chasing the Stigma | Hub of hope To find out more about the brilliant Benjamin, please check out the links below: Instagram YouTube TikTok Website Facebook Listen, rate, follow, and share Please give us a rating and share with another listener. Please do follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and subscribe to us on YouTube @thehurtlockerpod Produced by Tim Roe  

This time, we are thrilled to welcome inspirational/motivational speaker and author, Ryan Harland, to share his mental health experiences of sexual abuse and the importance of speaking up and sharing stories. *TRIGGER WARNING* This open conversation shares references to sexual and psychological abuse, substance use, bereavement, and suicide. If you are experiencing mental health issues, please do reach out for help - phone 999 for an emergency, or if you would like to speak to someone, call The Samaritans on 116 123. Please also check out The Hub of Hope to find mental health support in your local area in the UK. Mental Health Support Network provided by Chasing the Stigma | Hub of hope To find out more about the brilliant Ryan, please check out the links below: Facebook LinkedIn  Instagram Website Riding The Storm (Ryan's book) Listen, rate, follow, and share Please give us a rating and share with another listener. Please do follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and subscribe to us on YouTube @thehurtlockerpod Produced by Tim Roe